Executive Sous Chef

Starwood Hotels•Austin, TX

About The Position

Starwood Hotels is seeking a seasoned Executive Sous Chef who thrives in a mission-driven environment, leads effectively, and creates change through culinary innovation. The role involves developing unique, locally sourced dishes and menus, while supporting guest and team member engagement and financial performance. The successful candidate will lead, supervise, and develop pastry and savory teams, and demonstrate menu creativity through development and implementation. The position requires flexibility to meet the demands of a 24-hour operation. Starwood Hotels is a luxury hotel brand management company founded in 2006. The company describes its purpose as supporting team members, creating guest experiences, building community, and caring for the planet. It is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse and sustainable workforce and an empowered, inclusive culture.

Requirements

  • At least 3 years of similar work experience.
  • Expertise in culinary operations.
  • Strong leadership skills and a proven track record in guest and team member engagement and financial performance.
  • Prior proven ability to lead, supervise, and develop pastry and savory teams.
  • Ability to demonstrate menu creativity through development and implementation.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Flexibility to meet the demands of a 24-hour operation.

Nice To Haves

  • A post-secondary diploma or degree.

Responsibilities

  • Lead, supervise, and develop pastry and savory teams.
  • Develop and implement creative menus.
  • Create unique, locally sourced dishes through culinary innovation.
  • Support guest and team member engagement and financial performance.
  • Meet the demands of a 24-hour operation.
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